Writer Reacts

The Mad Media Podcast

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Your #1 source for all things TV, film, music, and art. Join us, a couple of cultured guys looking to explore the world of creativity even more. Whether it's a #1 album, or an unknown indie film, we've got it all. Let's go to work. Subscribe and check out the video version: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5G01COCIakShfIBk_NX2xgAlso check out Patreon for more content: https://patreon.com/WriterReacts?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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Did John Cena Retire the Right Way? 18.12.2025 1:02:40

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! In this episode, Writer and Jon discuss John Cena's retirement match. Did it live up to the hype? Why were the fans so angry? Plus Christmas traditions, 2026 goals and how we want to end this year. Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE...

Christmas Movie Trivia 26.11.2025 49:46

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! In this episode, Writer and Jon duke it out in an INSANELY DIFFICULT Christmas movie trivia extravaganza! They also discuss Thanksgiving traditions and Jon reveals his potential implication into a crime. Think you know your Christmas movie stuff?? Think again... Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel a...

13 Things We Hate In Movies 07.10.2025 59:27

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! In this episode, Writer and Jonny discuss the things we hate (or strongly dislike...or would helpfully suggest otherwise) in movies. Some specific examples, some overall. What really grinds your gears in a film? Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment...

The Joker Revisited I Best Movie Villain of All Time? 07.10.2025 43:04

My screenwriter's take on The Joker from Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" (2008). We look at intention, philosophy, the contrast with Batman, and much more. Was Heath Ledger's interpretation the greatest villain of all time? Let me know in the comments down below. Stay Creative. Visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCR...

What Makes a Good Story Setting? 28.09.2025 1:17:11

In this episode, Writer and Jonny discuss what makes a good setting in a story, its purpose, great vacation spots, and play a quirky game at the end. What's your favorite movie/TV show/novel setting? Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of our content at: h...

Jon Gets Back Into Wrestling 25.08.2025 1:05:18

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! In this episode, Writer brings Jon back into the world of WRESTLING (WWE/AEW/ECW/WCW/WWF). Love wrestling? Let us know which matches we should react to IN THE COMMENTS! Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of ou...

What is Chekhov's Gun? 22.08.2025 6:51

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! In this episode, Writer dives into what the concept of Chekhov's Gun is and why it is so important in storytelling. DON'T LEAVE THEM HANGING!!!! Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of our content at: https://ww...

What Makes an Adventure Film? 05.08.2025 46:10

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! Join Writer and Jon as they talk about what qualifies a story as "Adventure". Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of our content at: https://www.patreon.com/WriterReacts Treat yourself with the freshest merch h...

Sinners (2025) 21.07.2025 1:11:22

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! Join Writer and Jonny and they talk about a future Oscar and Grammy winner. A cinematic masterclass in storytelling. A platinum tip of the cap to music's past: Sinners (2025). Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out mor...

Get Out (2017) 12.07.2025 1:08:16

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! Join Writer and Jonny and they talk about Jordan Peele's directorial debut: Get Out (2017). Check out Writer's reactions to Get Out here and on Patreon! Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and LEAVE A SUPERTHANKS!! Also, check out more of our cont...

The Sandlot (1993) and Childhood 07.07.2025 1:06:20

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! Join Writer and Jonny and they talk about one of the true classics: The Sandlot (1993), as well as what it was really like to be a kid in the 90's. Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of our content at: https:/...

Forrest Gump (1994) 30.06.2025 1:09:01

Welcome one and all to The Mad Media Podcast! Join Writer and Jonny as they break down one of the most iconic films of all time: Forrest Gump (1994). Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Fan of the pod? Like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out more of our content at: https://www.patreon.com/WriterReacts Treat yourself...

A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That 25.06.2025 1:11:51

Welcome one and all to the series premiere of The Mad Media Podcast! Join Chris and Johnny and they navigate what makes a horror film a true horror film, dish out some good ol' wrestling fandom, and get each other's takes on some of the best feel-good movies. Much more to come! Stay Creative. For the video version, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WriterReactsChannel and SUBSCRIBE!! Also, check out...